The average train between Scotland and France takes 8h 38m and the fastest train takes 7h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland to France. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Scotland and France. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 11:40 PM which arrives into France at 11:17 AM. All services require a transfer at London Euston and take an average of 8h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Scotland to France? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Scotland to France. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at France station via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.
Scotland to France train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to France train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Scotland and France is 1,204.4 km. The road distance is 1,095 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Cité via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 8h 13m.